Working to welcome refugees and immigrants to our community
Solutions in Hometown Connections (SHC) is a volunteer led and run 501 (c) (3) working with refugees and immigrants in Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC. SHC supports individuals and their families through a network of mentors, tutors and community groups. SHC family friendly programs provide a safe and positive environment that fosters confidence and independence.
SHC spring classes carry on!SHC's students and teachers continue to meet and learn English from the safety of their homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our amazing team of teachers have worked hard to develop teaching materials and videos to support interactive classes. To watch teacher videos, look for SHConnections on YouTube. New materials are posted every week.
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Zainora shares her story
My name is Zainora. I am a sophomore studying International Studies/Political Science at Northern Virginia Community College. My family and I immigrated to the US about three years ago from Afghanistan.
When I stepped on US soil, my English was at a level that I could barely introduce myself. I had finished high school back in my country. My goal here was to start college. I had dream of finishing my education but had no idea from where to start in the US because I was new here. Also, I came from a war zone. I did not know anyone, friends or family, in the US to help me with my school. I did not know the school system here also the language. I was confused and disappointed upon arrival in the US. I wanted to go to school but didn’t know how.
After a while, I met some angels in the face of humans who helped me to learn the language and get into college. They are the amazing people of the SHC organization. I learned a lot from them. They patiently went step by step with me, helped me to gain my goals. They help me to stand on my own feet. I would love to thank each one of them. They are truly wonderful humans! I wouldn’t be where I am right now without their help, so thanks SHC!
When I stepped on US soil, my English was at a level that I could barely introduce myself. I had finished high school back in my country. My goal here was to start college. I had dream of finishing my education but had no idea from where to start in the US because I was new here. Also, I came from a war zone. I did not know anyone, friends or family, in the US to help me with my school. I did not know the school system here also the language. I was confused and disappointed upon arrival in the US. I wanted to go to school but didn’t know how.
After a while, I met some angels in the face of humans who helped me to learn the language and get into college. They are the amazing people of the SHC organization. I learned a lot from them. They patiently went step by step with me, helped me to gain my goals. They help me to stand on my own feet. I would love to thank each one of them. They are truly wonderful humans! I wouldn’t be where I am right now without their help, so thanks SHC!
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